Job Description:
Assistant Finance Manager – Elevate Your Career in Financial Leadership
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Assistant Finance Manager to join our Chartwells state school sector at Compass Group UK & Ireland. Based at our head office in Birmingham, this role offers the flexibility of working from home one day per week. If you’re looking to influence financial strategy and drive commercial success, this role is for you.
As an Assistant Finance Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering financial insights, managing performance, and partnering with senior stakeholders to enhance profitability. You’ll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting while identifying areas for process improvement to drive efficiency.
Why Join Us as an Assistant Finance Manager?
- Salary: Up to £48,300 per annum
- Hybrid Work Model – 1 Day from Home
- Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing Perks (Aviva DigiCare+, Meals on Duty, Free Parking)
- Career Development & Progression Opportunities
Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Finance Manager
- Provide commercial insights to support decision-making and improve business performance.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to drive financial efficiency and contractual performance.
- Manage and develop junior finance team members, fostering growth and expertise.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
- Ensure financial compliance, governance, and adherence to company policies.
- Present financial results and insights in client and internal meetings.
Who You Are
- Newly Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with diverse accounting experience.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and commercial acumen.
- Experience in business partnering, influencing, and negotiating with senior stakeholders.
- Proficiency in complex financial modeling and reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable
- Experience in a multi-site, multi-contract organization.
- Knowledge of SAP & Cognos.
If you’re ready to take on an impactful role as an Assistant Finance Manager, apply now and be part of a team that drives financial excellence!